[nellocono]

Originally Posted by BeepBeep67
Meb's shoes for London - has anyone taken the Sketchers for a spin yet?


I have a pair of Skechers Go Run. They have a hugely built up midfoot so that there is a drop from the midfoot to the toe and heel. Nice fit light shoes but feel a bit weird to run in.

These ones look like a fltter, newer version.

I believe I read somewhere that Skechers make a customized show for Meb to suit his particular style. I think these might be promoting their new GoRun Ride model shoe which is a little heavier and more cushioned than the Go Run albeit still very light at 7.8 oz.

I am def going to try these on in the Skechers store and see how they feel as I am a big fan of light, bouncy flexible shoes with enough padding to make it comfortable...

[glasso]

Originally Posted by JohnnyCrash

I tried on the Lunarfly and found them noticably different under the arches.Wiggle have the 3's in 2 different colours,got a pair delivered to the door for €78. Sub4.ie have them also

true - there is a bit of a difference on the arches but may suit some people looking for a lunarglide-type runner that's a couple of ounces lighter.

[JohnnyCrash]

Anybody get the Lunarglide 4's yet and if so,what are they like?

[docjewel]

Originally Posted by JohnnyCrash

Anybody get the Lunarglide 4's yet and if so,what are they like?

Wondering the same myself,I see Sports Direct have them for €80.39 excluding delivery at the moment.

[JohnnyCrash]

I think Elverys have them for €106. Might try them on and take it from there

[docjewel]

Originally Posted by JohnnyCrash

I think Elverys have them for €106. Might try them on and take it from there

According to this thread in Bargains Alert this code can be used in store to get 20% off full price items "elv12pm7" in Elverys.
Let us know what you think of them.

[PaulieC]

I just noticed today that the NB mr00 I've been wearing for the last three months are different sizes. The left is a 9 and the right is a 10. Doh !!

[JohnnyCrash]

Just picked up a pair of the Lunarglide 4's I have to say,first impressions,far superior fit than the 3's,cushioning seems better and they feel noticably lighter.Havnt run in them yet,on a rest day.Have a handy 5 miler tomorrow,ill let ye know how i get on.Im excited to say the least!!!

[JohnnyCrash]

Well, took the Glide 4's for a spin this evening,5.5 miles @7.40min/mile pace.What can I say.The Glide 3's are in the ha'penny place to these babies.Mucho impressed.I have to say,Nike,give yourselves a big pat on the back,you got this upgrade very right imo. Im a very happy camper.Oh,and have a 20 mile lsr on sunday,ill definately be wearing them

[Krusty_Clown]

Hi guys, have been running in Mizuno Waveriders and Mizuno Precisions for a couple of years now. Because prices have increased in the Mizuno range (putting them in the same price bracket as all other running shoes), I'm wondering if I should be looking at alternatives from other manufacturers, instead of sticking with the tried and trusted (because they were cheaper and fit me well).

Any suggestions, on either:
1) Where I can still pick up Mizunos at a reasonable price (Precision 12 on Wiggle: €113, Waverider 15: €119).
2) Alternatives to the above two shoes?

Would prefer to go to a bricks and mortar shop (e.g. AK), but get through a lot of shoes, so am price conscious, so any suggestions welcomed!

[theboyblunder]

Originally Posted by Krusty_Clown

Hi guys, have been running in Mizuno Waveriders and Mizuno Precisions for a couple of years now. Because prices have increased in the Mizuno range (putting them in the same price bracket as all other running shoes), I'm wondering if I should be looking at alternatives from other manufacturers, instead of sticking with the tried and trusted (because they were cheaper and fit me well).

Any suggestions, on either:
1) Where I can still pick up Mizunos at a reasonable price (Precision 12 on Wiggle: €113, Waverider 15: €119).
2) Alternatives to the above two shoes?

Would prefer to go to a bricks and mortar shop (e.g. AK), but get through a lot of shoes, so am price conscious, so any suggestions welcomed!

I was in the same boat (waveriders and precisions)

I now find the Kinvara 3 great. Very light but ive over 200 miles in two pairs so far without problems

100 euro from AK website

[Krusty_Clown]

Originally Posted by theboyblunder

I now find the Kinvara 3 great. Very light but ive over 200 miles in two pairs so far without problems

Sounds like I need to make another trip out to AK (it's been a while). Would you position the Kinvara 3 as a replacement for the Precision or the Waverider (or a hybrid of both?). I liked the Waverider for the long slow slogs (20-22m at easy pace) and the Precisions for any faster stuff (tempo/PMP/marathons etc).

[theboyblunder]

In terms of feel i'd put them a lot closer to the precisions than the WR. They are very light but theres a suprisingly cushioned feel.

Ideally great for tempos and intervals, but im used to them now and use them for LSRs without problems, did 21 last sunday.

[wrstan]

Originally Posted by Krusty_Clown

Hi guys, have been running in Mizuno Waveriders and Mizuno Precisions for a couple of years now. Because prices have increased in the Mizuno range (putting them in the same price bracket as all other running shoes), I'm wondering if I should be looking at alternatives from other manufacturers, instead of sticking with the tried and trusted (because they were cheaper and fit me well).

Any suggestions, on either:
1) Where I can still pick up Mizunos at a reasonable price (Precision 12 on Wiggle: €113, Waverider 15: €119).
2) Alternatives to the above two shoes?

Would prefer to go to a bricks and mortar shop (e.g. AK), but get through a lot of shoes, so am price conscious, so any suggestions welcomed!

Hi Krusty, best thing is to go out and have a chat to the staff in AK, I always learn something new there and if you can get there at an off peak time I always find them very generous with their time. I know I'm a bit late replying to this, so maybe you have been there already. Last time I was out there (about a month ago) they hade the latest wave rider at around the prices you're quoting from Wiggle above! I was very tempted but ended up with a pair of Brooks ST5 racers, which were a good bit cheaper, but for my money a really nice shoe if you're looking for something light and for a neutral gait which I guess you must be if you've been wearing Wave riders.

[00sully]

I've gone from Asics DS trainers at least years DCM which also did me for all races in between. they are now in the bin (recycling!) so I've gone more minimalist this time - Saucony Fast switch which have improved my short race times considerably.

I am worried about longer distances that I need more cushioning so am considering getting a 2nd pair for longer distances and maybe the DCM this year - any recommendations? Would the lunar glide 4's be TOO cushioned compared to the fast switch? Can you interchange easily between minimalist and cushioned over different distances? i.e safe to do so!?

The deal in Elvery's on BA seems pretty good - buy one pair get one half price and also the 15% code.

Anyway, am off for LSR 15-20m in the fast switch I'll see how I feel afterwards I guess